Our Event Technology (VT) department can assist you with any technical and safety-related questions. Our colleagues advise exhibitors and stand builders before, during and after the fair.

The grounds of the Leipziger Messe are equipped with a modern information and communication infrastructure. Among other services, we offer wired internet connections in the exhibition halls – with high bandwidth and availability. You can book this service conveniently using our online ordering system .

Note: Follow the guide (PDF, 222 kB) below to connect your own Wi-Fi router to your wired Internet connection. This guide will teach you some basic rules for low-interference operation.

Alternatively, Leipziger Messe will provide you with internet via wireless access point for stand coverage. You can get personal advice on this by calling +49 341 678-9905, and order this service conveniently through our online ordering system .

The Hotel Service of Leipziger Messe would love to help you find and book a suitable hotel for your stay in Leipzig. Our Hotel Portal is a quick and convenient way to book your hotel online. As soon as the hotel offer for your event is available it will be listed in the portal. Then you can select your event and book your hotel:

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DHL Global Event Logistics GmbH is the exclusive logistics partner of Leipziger Messe GmbH. The company has sole forwarding rights on the grounds of the Leipziger Messe.

DHL Global Event Logistics services in detail:

• Transport of exhibits and stand installations to and from the stand
• Empty and full load handling, including provision of technical auxiliary equipment for unloading and loading
• Assembly or deconstruction
• Transport etc.
• Customs clearance for temporary and permanent imports

Note: Information on the available forwarding services can be found in order form G1 (PDF, 38 kB) (forwarding services) in our order form. Please use the online ordering system to book these services.

The official Leipziger Messe tariff applies to all forwarding services. You can request an overview of the costs from our logistics partner DHL Global Event Logistics.

Tip: You can also instruct DHL Global Event Logistics to transport your trade fair and stand construction materials to and from Leipzig.

DHL Global Event Logistics will be happy to deal with any questions you may have about the services on offer.

DHL Global Event Logistics GmbH is the exclusive logistics partner of Leipziger Messe GmbH. The company has sole forwarding rights on the grounds of the Leipziger Messe. Do not hesitate to contact our partner if you need forwarding services.

If you need a visa to enter Germany either as a congress delegate or trade fair visitor, you can find helpful information on the website of the Federal Foreign Office :

• Info on visa requirements
• The current visa regulations
• Details on visa application
• Download visa application form

The Federal Foreign Office also provides you with the address of the relevant German embassy or consulate and application forms for Schengen visas. You will find a list of the documents required for applying for a visa in your country of origin (in German as well as an official language of your country of origin) on the website of the relevant German embassy or consulate in your country of origin.

If you come from the following countries, please contact the foreign representative of Leipziger Messe in your country of origin. The respective representatives will assist you with the visa application – including, for example, the letters of invitation.

If you are a congress delegate or trade visitor from another country and require a letter of invitation for visa purposes, please indicate this when registering. Just check the corresponding box. You will then receive an email with a form to fill out with your personal data, which will be required to create the invitation letter. Please provide all necessary information and fill in all mandatory fields on the form, otherwise your application cannot be processed.

You will receive a letter of invitation within five working days of receipt of the application and verification of the data supplied.

Note: Invitation letters will only be issued to congress delegates and trade visitors of the particular trade fair who can prove their professional connection to the industry.

Invitation letters are addressed to the responsible German embassy or consulate and are written in German. You will receive your invitation letter by email.

Please inform us in good time if you need an original letter of invitation for your visa application. This will then be dispatched by normal post.

Note: Please be aware that Leipziger Messe cannot assume any costs for shipping by express mail or courier.

Should you wish to have the original delivered to you by courier, you can handle the collection of the document yourself and bear the resulting costs.

You should register promptly to ensure you receive your visa on time.

During the trade fair, our partner will be happy to help if you have any questions regarding customs clearance or need any help in this regard:

You want something that goes beyond a standard trade fair experience? No problem! Experience Leipzig with our partners and offer your trade fair guests an unforgettable social programme.

Our partner Visita Leipzig OHG arranges personalised tourist programmes in Leipzig and Central Germany.

You can book excursions to attractions and city tours through our partner Leipzig Erleben GmbH.

You can find daily evening highlights in the trade fair city of Leipzig at www.leipzig-im.de.